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Police said a skunk attacked a pet cat while another resident observed a rabid animal approach him. The resident shot the raccoon.

Recently, the animal control officer responded to a stray cat that became aggressive and possibly scratched multiple individuals, according to police.

The behavior of the cat is suspected to be of rabies, however nothing has yet been confirmed.

Residents are cautioned not to approach any wild animal or any domestic animal exhibiting unusual behavior. The incidents in LAC do not appear to be location specific, police said, but are spread over a wide area of the township.

Police advise parents to educate children to avoid any contact with a wild animal or domestic animal that has not been vaccinated or exhibits strange behavior.

Additionally, officials said they want to remind pet owners to have all vaccinations up to date.